Escape the crowds and step into Kyoto's historic Nishijin district for an exclusive cultural journey combining a fun sake masterclass with a tour of a beautifully preserved estate. Hosted in a cozy, renovated tatami room, this beginner-friendly experience requires no prior knowledge—our team guides you all the way! [ What You Will Experience ] ■ Explore a Historic Gem Take an exclusive tour of a 150-year-old silk merchant’s townhouse (Machiya). Walk through its timeless corridors and feel the authentic atmosphere of old Kyoto. ■ A Friendly Introduction Discover your favorite flavors! You will try 5 carefully selected types of premium Japanese sake (6 glasses in total), learning the simple basics of how different styles and temperatures change the taste. ■ Perfect Umami Pairings Learn the art of food pairing. Each sake is accompanied by delicious, traditional snacks specially chosen to enhance the rich "umami" flavors, showing you how to enjoy sake with food. ■ Master Izakaya Etiquette Learn the fun customs, pouring manners, and easy-to-remember rules of enjoying drinks like a local in a Japanese pub (Izakaya).